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Bray is the biggest town in County Wicklow.  It is known as the Gateway to the Garden of Ireland and is the longest established seaside town in Ireland. It is only 19km (12 miles) south of Dublin and is reached by DART, Train, Bus or the N11 road. There is a safe beach of sand and shingle to walk on and there is a spacious esplanade. The scene is dominated by Bray Head. The scenic Cliff Walk is on the eastern side of Bray Head continues along the cliff path towards Greystones offering walkers a feast of views on the way.

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The town boasts fine hotels, shops, restaurants and evening entertainment. Also available in the immediate locality are golf courses, tennis, fishing, sailing, and horse riding. Another feature of Bray is the variety of amusement centres and carnival attractions, bowling alley, and nightclubs.

Bray is easily accessible from Dublin City Center by DART (Dublin’s commuter’s train) or by various buses (see Bray Services or Dublin Bus).


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HELL & BACK

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HELL & BACK, Ireland’s Toughest Mental & Physical Endurance Challenge, is the country’s largest and most popular obstacle course adventure run and features on RTE1’s...
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Hillview B&B

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Hillvew B&B is situated close to the coastal resorts of Bray and Greystones, on Irelands sunny south east. We have picturesque views of the Sugarloaf...
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Bray Head Cliff Walk

Bray Head Cliff Walk

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One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray...
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Wicklow Scenic Walks

Wicklow Scenic Walks

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A guided walk with Wicklow Scenic Walks – Balades et paysages is a unique opportunity...
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The Royal Hotel Bray

The Royal Hotel Bray

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A Warm family friendly hotel located in Wicklow, offering 128 en suite bedrooms from double...
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Bray Town Slí

Bray Town Slí

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The Bray Town Slí forms a circuit, which follows Quinsboro Road, Herbert Road, Kilbride Lane,...
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Arklow's Pyramid is described as the largest pyramid tomb 'beyond the banks of the Nile', (Sir John Betjeman, (1906-84)).

The Pyramid sits on the highest point in the ancient Kilbride cemetery, alongside ruins of a medieval church. The outer cladding of pyramid is granite and it reaches a height of about 30 feet, allowing it to be seen from up to two miles away.

Ralph Howard, Viscount of Wicklow, commissioned the pyramid after 1785 as a mausoleum for his loved ones. Although sealed now, access to the inside was by a little door in the north wall. Passing down a narrow 8 feet long brings you to a chamber which is roughly 10 feet squared, with an impressive curved brick ceiling. Inside the chamber, on each side are niches of coffins - three rows of three, space for nine coffins in total.

For more information of Visiting Arklow click here - bit.ly/VisitArklow

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Arklows Pyramid is described as the largest pyramid tomb beyond the banks of the Nile, (Sir John Betjeman, (1906-84)). The Pyramid sits on the highest point in the ancient Kilbride cemetery, alongside ruins of a medieval church. The outer cladding of pyramid is granite and it reaches a height of about 30 feet, allowing it to be seen from up to two miles away. Ralph Howard, Viscount of Wicklow, commissioned the pyramid after 1785 as a mausoleum for his loved ones. Although sealed now, access to the inside was by a little door in the north wall. Passing down a narrow 8 feet long brings you to a chamber which is roughly 10 feet squared, with an impressive curved brick ceiling. Inside the chamber, on each side are niches of coffins - three rows of three, space for nine coffins in total. For more information of Visiting Arklow click here - http://bit.ly/VisitArklow Photo Credit: Elena Kenny / Arklow Chamber of Commerce
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Gav Walshe

Lody Mazer did you know arklow had a pyramid?!

Eric Mooney cool to visit

Lee Williams

So I wonder does anyone know about the pyramid in Giltown Stud just on the border of Kildare and Wicklow? It’s also camouflaged by trees in a cemetery on the grounds of the famous stud farm..

Liamog Roche

Clare Murphy Keeley

Alan O'Sullivan

The Howard family lived in Shelton Abbey.

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Wicklow Tourism

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The Vartry Reservoir Roundwood, #Wicklow looking stunning at sunset.

If you're visiting the area, why not enjoy one of the newly opened Vartry Trails. The reservoir looped walks, offer almost 20km of beautiful trails with thriving wildlife, flora, fauna and mountain views. More info with maps here - bit.ly/VartryTrailsRoundwood

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The Vartry Reservoir Roundwood, #Wicklow looking stunning at sunset. If youre visiting the area, why not enjoy one of the newly opened Vartry Trails. The reservoir looped walks, offer almost 20km of beautiful trails with thriving wildlife, flora, fauna and mountain views. More info with maps here - http://bit.ly/VartryTrailsRoundwood #WicklowOutdoors
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Beautiful photo

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Huge congratulations to the team at Hidden Valley Holiday Park on Winning Ireland's Number 1 Favourite Small Stay, as voted by Independent.ie Travel readers!We are overwhelmed by this win! Thank you to all our customers who nominated us and voted for us: Winner 2019 - Ireland's Favourite Small Stay. “A great hideaway, ideal for getting away from the rat race while enjoying some quality outdoor time,” was how you described Hidden Valley, as well as “clean, safe, well-run and spotless”. We are truly delighted to hear your comments! We will continue to strive to provide a safe and fun destination where it’s all about family time and making memories. From our entire team at Hidden Valley – THANK YOU! #indotravelawards Independent.ie Travel #glampingireland #campingireland #greatoutdoors #familytime #hiddenvalleypark #kidsactivities Full Article - https://www.independent.ie/life/travel/awards/a-hidden-treasure-and-so-irishly-oldschool-irelands-favourite-small-stay-revealed-37717281.html ... See MoreSee Less

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